Hubbard v. United Press International, Inc.

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• holding that evidence of depression, vomiting, stomach disorders, skin rash and high blood pressure was insufficient to show severe emotional distress
• holding that discharge two days after plaintiff complained implied a retaliatory motive for the purposes of the prima facie case
• holding that allegations of depression, vomiting, stomach disorders, rash, and high blood pressure without supporting medical evidence were not sufficiently severe as a matter of law
• holding that dismissal as a matter of law was appropriate when the conduct constituted no more than employment discipline and written and verbal criticism of the plaintiffs job performance, even if intended to harass
• holding that McDonnell Douglas framework is applicable to retaliation claims in Minnesota
• concluding plaintiff’s termination two days after service of complaint was sufficient to make prima facie case

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